Grant Applications
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Project Canopy encourages communities to develop project proposals that support sustainable community forestry management, increase awareness of the benefits of trees and forests, and increase the health and livability of communities through sound tree planting and maintenance. Project Canopy announces the availability of grants to local municipal units of government, educational institutions and non-profit organizations that support community efforts to develop and maintain long-term community forestry programs. Full details are below.
If you have questions call the Maine Forest Service at: 207-287-2791 or the Project Canopy office at: 207-287-4987.
Project Canopy Assistance Planning and Education
- Maximum Award: $20,000
- Projects focus on sustainable community forestry management and increasing awareness of the benefits of trees and forests.
- 2026 Planning Grant Guidelines (PDF)
- 2026 Planning Grant Application (PDF)
Note: This application is a fillable form and should be saved onto you computer first before entering information
Project Canopy Planting and Maintenance
- Maximum Award: $15,000
- Projects enhance community health and livability through proper tree planting and maintenance.
- 2026 Planting Grant Guidelines (PDF)
- 2026 Planting Grant Application (PDF)
Note: This application is a fillable form and should be saved onto you computer first before entering information
Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation
- Maximum Award: $20,000
- Projects address mitigation efforts due to emerald ash borer infestation in communities that are most severely impacted.
- EAB Mitigation Guideline (PDF)
- EAB Mitigation Grant Application (PDF)
Note: This application is a fillable form and should be saved onto you computer first before entering information